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Start with a place that inspires you or that you have a personal connection to. Sure, national parks have plenty of allure, but hiking through an area that your ancestors once traveled or where you ...

Gear is a huge part of being a backpacker. As it turns out, it’s also a huge part of being a Backpacker editor. I might technically have everything a backpacker needs, but I have it with the ...

A solo trip to Yosemite featuring the permit process and a stay at the Backpacker’s Campground. A real travel experience ...

You're currently following this author! Click to unsubscribe from email alerts. Claire Sturzaker is a solo backpacker who has traveled around the world — in 40 countries, to be exact. Claire Sturzaker ...

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...

You're currently following this author! Click to unsubscribe from email alerts. Claire Sturzaker took her first solo backpacking trip for free. Now, she's been to 40 countries and has tips for other ...

While some popular backpacker destinations will target high-end visitors after the pandemic, this category of outdoor tourism is not dead. Far from it, as backpacker tourism will evolve and attract ...